Ep 6. Rock Mom

In Instant Mom season 1 episode 6 titled "Rock Mom," we see Stephanie played by Tia Mowry-Hardrict trying to impress her stepchildren with her coolness factor. Stephanie is an ex-party girl who never considered herself to be the "mom" type. However, after marrying Charlie (Michael Boatman), a widower with three kids, Stephanie is forced to take on the role of "mom" and learn how to navigate the challenges of step-parenting.

The episode begins with Stephanie's stepson Aaron (Damarr Calhoun), who is a budding musician, asking her to attend his concert. Stephanie is excited to attend but soon realizes that she knows very little about rock music and has no idea what to wear to the concert. Stephanie's attempts to impress her family with her coolness backfire, causing Aaron to become embarrassed by his stepmom's lack of "rock knowledge."

In an attempt to make it up to Aaron, Stephanie decides to secretly become a "rock mom" and learn as much as she can about the genre of music. She attends classes at the local music store and learns how to play the guitar and other instruments. Stephanie even starts dressing like a rock star to impress Aaron and his friends.

Despite her best efforts, Stephanie's secret is eventually discovered, and Aaron is once again embarrassed. However, instead of getting mad or embarrassed, Stephanie uses this as an opportunity to teach Aaron and his friends about the importance of being true to yourself and not trying to impress others. Stephanie explains to them that it's okay to have different interests and that the most important thing is to be authentic and confident in who you are.

The episode also covers some of the challenges that come with being a stepmom. Stephanie tries to bond with Aaron over his love for music, but finds that it's not easy to connect with him on a deeper level. She realizes that it takes time and patience to build a relationship with her stepchildren and that she needs to be persistent if she wants to be a positive influence in their lives.

Throughout the episode, we see Stephanie struggling to balance her own interests with her responsibilities as a stepmom. She realizes that being a parent isn't just about being there for your kids but also about being willing to learn and grow with them.

Overall, "Rock Mom" is a heartwarming and relatable episode about the challenges of step-parenting and the importance of being true to yourself. Stephanie's attempts to impress her stepchildren with her coolness may be amusing, but the message underneath is one that resonates with parents and step-parents alike.